Chamber Chatter for the Week of October 16, 2013
Oct. 16, 2013: This Sunday is the annual Bronxville Children’s Halloween Festival!
As you plan or attend fundraisers this fall, take note of the generous businesses that support these important causes. Also take note of the businesses that do not support our community organizations. You won’t see online retailers, mega-malls, or big-box stores bolstering the community.
Be sure to thank our local business owners for donating raffle prizes, discounting services, and complimentary refreshments to help make community fundraisers profitable, elegant, and successful.
While you’re at it--please do more than thank them. The best way to show your appreciation is to patronize their business and refer others to them.
Bronxville Pride
Super cute "BXV" and "10708" canvas cosmetic bags have arrived at Kensington Paper. Show your Bronxville pride! 82 Kraft Ave.
Kids' Stuff
This weekend! The annual Bronxville Children’s Halloween Festival will be held on Sunday, October 20 (rain date: Sunday, October 27), in Leonard Morange Park from noon to 4:00 pm. The fun festivities are not to be missed--carnival rides, pony rides, food, live music, and more! Our generous sponsors are Gramatan Travel, Lawrence Hospital, Steve Ircha / Aegis Capital, Bronxville Retailers, and Servpro of Scarsdale / Mount Vernon--Serving Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Scarsdale, Yonkers & Fleetwood. Our thanks also go out to the Village of Bronxville for their partnership in hosting this fun event.
Make your own haunted gingerbread house using various food supplies at the Bronxville Public Library on Wednesday, October 16, at 4:00 pm. Registration is required: 914-337-7680, ext. 34.
Early enrollment is now open for the 2014 summer camp sessions at Rush Day Camp. Space is limited and early enrollment is the best way to guarantee your child's space. Sign up by Friday, November 1, for big savings.
Rodin in Bronxville—Upcoming Special Events
A new Rodin in Bronxville event has just been added! Ernie's Wine Bar + EATS has announced that on Tuesday, November 12, they will host "Ernie's Celebrates Rodin: Don't Just Think About Wine..." featuring all French organic wines, soup, French cheeses, cassoulet, and clafoutis. The grand finale will be a glass of calvados. Ooh la la… 7 Pondfield Rd.
If you haven't yet gotten up close and personal with Rodin, don't delay! It's a self-guided exhibition, with informative text accompanying the collection. The cherry on top? It's free! Make a day of it and visit the participating Rodin in Bronxville businesses to benefit from the array of discounts, special merchandise, classes, and cultural events supporting the community celebration. Also be sure to get your raffle card signed by the gallery staff and the businesses you patronize. The raffle prizes are great!
The Silk Road will host a Citrus trunk show featuring fur vests, suede shirts, and lots of fun, cozy, chic separates this Thursday, October 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, with complimentary wine and cheese. The trunk show will continue on Friday, October 18, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Get your Rodin in Bronxville raffle card validated while there! 101 Pondfield Rd.
A free lecture titled "Rodin's Portraits: Dancers, Writers, Musicians, Muses" will be offered at OSilas Gallery, Concordia College, on Sunday, October 20, at 3:30 pm, featuring Dr. Jane Becker, art historian. Call 914-337-9300, ext. 2262.
The Bronxville Women's Club will present a one-hour concert of French music by Loeillet, LeClair, Saint-Saëns, Ravel, Debussy, and Massenet with Joyce Rasmussen Balint, violin, Ellen Bardekoff, oboe, and Oxana Mikhailoff, piano. The performance will take place on Monday, October 21, at 7:00 pm, and will be followed by a reception by Dobbs & Bishop Fine Cheese. $25 general admission; $20 BWC members and Bronxville Chamber of Commerce members. 135 Midland Ave.
A few seats are available for the day-trip Discovering Rodin in Philadelphia on Wednesday, October 24, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Co-sponsored by the OSilas Gallery and the Bronxville Adult School, this day-trip to Philadelphia includes curated tours of The Rodin Museum and the exhibit Auguste Rodin: The Human Experience at the Arthur Ross Gallery on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. Cost: $140. Click here to register online or call 914-793-4435.
A true must-see is live bronze pouring--a free demonstration at OSilas Gallery that demonstrates Rodin's methods. The event will take place on Saturday, October 26, at 1:00 pm and will be led by Glen Campbell, founder and owner of Campbell Plaster & Iron, and Gary Sussman, director of the Art Students League, Vytlacil Campus. This is an outdoor event. Rain date: Saturday, November 16. Call 914-337-9300, ext. 2262.
Also, because the first session sold out, The Bronxville Adult School is now offering The Art of French Entertaining at a second time: Thursday, November 14. Even this second slot is filling up fast, so don't delay if you're interested. More dinner party than cooking class, this evening will guide you in all the secrets to recreating an authentic French dinner party, from aperitifs to dessert. The extraordinary four-course dinner will begin with setting a traditional French table, then on to a starter of smoked salmon, followed by boeuf bourguignon.
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is back at Pete's Tavern! Going on now through the end of October, make your way to Pete's Tavern to enjoy their terrific Oktoberfest menu, featuring schnitzel, knocks and brats, sauerbraten sliders, potato pancakes, and more. Celebrate fall and enjoy Oktoberfest at Pete's!
Have an Oktoberfiesta at Blue Moon Mexican Café with their Oktoberfest beer selection. Enjoy specials including Mexican-style pierogies, pig roast mexicano, and their famous burritofest.
Oktoberfest for Kids will be offered at the Bronxville Public Library on Saturday, October 19, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, featuring pretzels, root beer, apple cider, cider doughnuts, pumpkin decorating, scarecrow making, cider relay races, pass the pumpkin, polka freeze dance, German chocolate cupcake decorating, stories, and FUN!
Halloween Happenings
The Chamber’s annual Halloween photo album can be found on our Facebook page. Do some armchair shopping to map out your route as you make your Halloween purchases and plans!
The Reformed Church Nursery School will host its annual Harvest Moon Festival on Saturday, October 26, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, at 6 Kraft Avenue. Join the RCNS community for a wonderful fall family festival featuring indoor and outdoor activities. Children can enjoy face painting, festival games, fun crafts, raffles (with great prizes for kids and adults), and delicious food from local establishments! Children can also visit the on-site petting zoo, take a ride on a kiddie carousel, and enjoy all this autumnal fair has to offer! This annual fundraiser has become an important community tradition, catering to children ages 2 to 6. Rain or shine. Advance tickets are $25/child; $30/child at the door (adults and children under 12 months: free).
Fabio's Hair Studio is hosting their annual highly anticipated Halloween party for the 13th year in a row on Thursday, October 31. The studio will become a "spooky fantasy world" and a "mystical web of attractions." The staff will be doing face painting, makeup, and styling and will be applying temporary hair color to create an authentic look for each kid's costume. Everyone is welcome to celebrate and get involved in the countless games and raffle drawing, making it a day to remember. For more information, call 914-337-1482. 137 Parkway Rd.
J.C. Fogarty’s annual Halloween party will be on Friday, November 1, starting at 10:00 pm and featuring the band Rumor Hazz It. There will be a costume contest with prizes of $200, $100, and $50 for the three best costumes. 60 Kraft Ave.
Stay tuned--next week's newsletter will feature even more Halloween happenings!
Announcements
Having lost one of their own to ovarian cancer earlier this year, Spruce Home and Garden is fundraising through October 26 in support of research to eradicate this deadly disease. Five exclusive items will be offered with 100% of the profit going to Ovarian Cancer Research Fund: Special edition snakeskin print scarf, $24.00; double-wrap leather bracelet, $18.00; limited edition Spruce candle, $14.00; Amanda Jaron teal twist cuff, $25.00; Amanda Jaron flower lapel pin, $20.00. Additionally, on Saturday, October 26, Spruce will give 10% of their sales from their seven retail stores and websites to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Donations can also be made directly to OCRF in the Bronxville store.
At Citibank you can get $250 in gift cards with ThankYou® Points. Citi ThankYou® Rewards is an exciting rewards program that allows you to earn ongoing rewards for your banking relationship. Getting ThankYou® Points for qualifying products and services linked to your checking account is easy when you complete one direct deposit and one bill payment each statement period. To enroll your Citibank checking account in Citi ThankYou® Rewards, visit the branch on Pondfield Road.
Scarborough Fair Catering's Thanksgiving Day menu has been posted. They are already 50% sold out on their fresh turkeys. Place your orders early; 82 Kraft Ave.
Happy Birthday, October girls! Tourmalines at Citrine come in many shapes and colors--check out a pink tourmaline and diamond necklace from Suzy Landa. 22 Park Pl.
Topps Bakery is promoting their OOeey GOOeey Peanut Butter Cookies to "warm your tummy for fall." Pondfield Rd.
Value Drugs is giving away $200 in Value Drugs gift cards. Enter before Halloween (Thursday, October 31). 80 Pondfield Rd.
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Continental 109 Hair Salon invites you to join them in the fight against breast cancer. Get a pink hair extension during the month of October. Suggested donation: $10.00. All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. 109 Pondfield Rd.
All month Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary will donate 10% of proceeds towards Susan G. Komen Passionately Pink® and the fight against breast cancer when you book a facial. Call 914-337-9356.
Weezie D is all about the wellness of women, so for the fourth year they have teamed up with the ACS, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Team Weezie D will be walking, and they want you to join them on Sunday, October 20, at Manhattanville College. 15 Park Pl.
Events
Come visit the Bronxville Farmers' Market, rain or shine, at Stone Place and Paxton Avenue from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm every Saturday through November 23.
Here's the lineup for the piano bar at Underhills Crossing this week: Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Alexis Cole; Thursday, October 17, 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Alon Tayar; Friday, October 18, 8:00 pm to midnight, Mike LaMassa; Saturday, October 19, 8:00 pm to midnight, Jarod Kashkin; Sunday, October 20, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Katya Grineva. 74.5 Pondfield Rd.
Bridget Gibbons of Gibbons Digital Consultants will be teaching a class called How Businesses Can Use Video and Images to Tell Their Story at the Bronxville Adult School on Thursday, October 17, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Fee is $40.
Join Park 143 Bistro this Friday, October 18, at 9:00 pm for live music with special musical guest R&B singer and guitarist Keith Robinson. Keith plays an eclectic mix of R&B, jazz, soul, and funk tunes. Make it a date night out and join them for dinner or their special small plates! Info: 914-337-5100. 143 Parkway Rd.
The Reformed Church of Bronxville will hold its annual fall clothing sale on Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in Congregational Hall at the corner of Midland and Kraft. On sale will be "gently used" men's, women's, and children's clothing; books; jewelry; and bric-a-brac. All proceeds will be used to help support the church's outreach ministries. Info: 914-337-6776.
Priscilla Toomey of Julia B. Fee/Sotheby's will present a course called Real Estate is Sexy Again: Market Changes Create Opportunities at the Bronxville Adult School on Tuesday, October 22, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Cost is $30.
David Otis Fuller of Bosworth, Gray & Fuller will be teaching a class called How To Be an Executor at the Bronxville Adult School on Thursday, October 24, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Fee is $30.
On Saturday, October 26, the Bronxville Farmers' Market will have a command return visit by our furry alpaca friends from Staghorn Valley Alpacas from the Saratoga area. Unfortunately, if it is raining, we will have to wait until next season.
Bronxville Green Committee will be having their semi-annual Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 26. Being collected will be: E-waste, paper documents for county shredder (two-carton limit), and blankets, towels, and sheets (no pillows or rags) for a local animal shelter. Bronxville Elementary School Midland Avenue lot, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Also bring your old notebook computers: BHS students will refurbish your donated computers and give them to students in the Bronx who can't afford to purchase their own.
Park 143 Bistro presents a Tuscan Wine Dinner Experience on Tuesday, October 29. Food and wine lovers will delight in this four-course Italian wine dinner featuring the celebrated wines from Agricola San Felice, widely recognized for its uncompromising quality and overall commitment to pursuing total excellence. $100 per guest includes tax and gratuity. Reservations are required: 914-337-5100. 143 Parkway Rd.
There will be a free group meditation on Wednesday, October 30, from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary. In order to cultivate good health and a positive sense of well-being, self-awareness is required. Meditation is a way to quiet the mind to become more self-aware. As our self-awareness increases, we make choices that support positive health and well-being. RSVP required. 14 Studio Arcade.
Be loyal--buy local!
Susan Miele
Shops Directory
Silver Spoon
Silver Spoon is a unique gift shop specializing in beautiful clothing and gifts for babies and young children, including adorable dresses and outfits for girls and boys, sweaters, bedding, baby gifts and accessories. They also carry gifts for adults including throws, cosmetic bags and other special items. Silver Spoon specializes in monogramming to create truly personalized items and gifts. They also offer a baby gift registry and complimentary gift wrap.
81 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-771-7645
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Toney Toni & The Gang
Born and raised in Westchester County, Kim Linn opened her boutique in Bronxville in 1995. Toney Toni & the Gang offers a curated selection of women's clothing, shoes & accessories. Ulla Johnson, Birds of Paradis, A Piece Apart, Clare V, Repeat Cashmere, Pons Quintana, White & Warren, Lilla P, Melissa Nepton are just a few of the designers found in the store.
Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary
Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary builds on an ancient tradition of mind, body, and spirit focus that is essential to total health, life balance, and true peace. Our clients experience an increase in well-being by participating in individualized holistic services including massage, facials, energy healing services, meditation, yoga therapy, and workshops
Schedule your appointment online
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14 Studio Arcade
Bronxville, NY 10708
914-337-9356
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Posh Beauty Boutique
POSH Beauty Boutique is a luxury spa offering the ultimate in body therapies and skincare. The founder of POSH Beauty Boutique is Bronxville resident Diana Rainsford who is a master Reflexologist and Esthetician.
POSH offers customized facials, massage, waxing, spray tans, professional makeup applications and much more including customized, all-inclusive packages for your bachelorette party, special birthday, or for fun with your friends. Little Miss packages are also available for your little princess’s special occasions.
POSH uses Eminence Organic Skin Care for all their facials. Body treatments are performed in their luxuriously appointed Hydrotherapy room with Vichy shower.
118 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914-361-1277
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Rain Natural Skin Care
Rain Natural Skincare is the home for a wide range of handmade luxurious body and skincare products that are made from natural ingredients, harnessing the power of nature to rejuvenate and nourish your skin.
Value Drugs of Bronxville
Value Drugs of Bronxville has been a member of the Bronxville Community for over twenty years. They are a family center where you can find a large variety of items. They have over fifty departments including toys, clothing, home goods and everything else you need from your neighborhood drug store. They have a full-service pharmacy with free delivery. You can also find a large variety of seasonal goods for every time of year.
80 Pondfield Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708-3801
(914) 337-2520
Bronxville Vision Care
Bronxville Vision Care offers eye examinations and same-day service on most eyeglasses and contact lens services. The center is open every day and accepts most vision plans, including VSP, Eye Med, Spectera, and Pomco. John Dello Russo is the optician and Dr. Josephine Russo is the optometrist. Dr. Russo, a graduate of SUNY Optometry, has been in practice since 1996. Mr. Dello Russo, who has an MBA in finance and is an adjunct instructor at CUNY, has been an optician since 1976 and is designated a Master of Ophthalmic Optics by the American Board of Opticianry.
10 Park Place
Bronxville, NY
914-337-4440
Trapp Opticians
Founded in 1945, Trapp Opticians has been proud to serve Bronxville and Lower Westchester with the highest level of care and expertise in eye care. Our Optometrist offers comprehensive eye examinations and contact lens fittings. Trapp offers the best quality in eyewear and sun wear including a large selection of children’s eyewear and sportswear.
M-F 8:30-5:00PM
Sat 9:30-3:00PM
42 Pondfield Rd.
Bronxville, NY 10708
(914) 337-0707
Tryforos & Pernice Florist
The Tryforos family has roots in the floral industry since the late 1800's and is privileged to be serving Bronxville since 1963. Their distinctive arrangements and bouquets consist of top of the market flowers from Holland, New Zealand, South America, the Pacific Basin and the US. For the floral enthusiast, all of their arrangements are customized from classic to trendy themes with inventive designs. Lush, dense packed vase arrangements in clear, low square, round glass, terra cotta and leaf lined vases are always available. They have beautiful orchids; potted and cut, as well as green and flowering plants which vary by season. They are pleased to present your unique inspirations for gift giving. Their customer base: "Busy People". They deliver and send flowers worldwide.
M-F: 9am-6pm
Sat.: 9am-5pm
73 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914.337.2525
www.tryforosflorist.com
Framebridge
All of us have things sitting in boxes, drawers, and on our phones that we’d rather have up on our walls. At Framebridge, we’re making custom framing so easy and delightful that you’re inspired to celebrate everything you love–big, little and in-between. Whether digital photo or physical item, single frame or gallery wall, Framebridge has you covered. With our transparent pricing, there are no surprises. The price you see is the price you’ll pay–and shipping is always free. With over two dozen frame styles and mat options, you're sure to find the perfect combo to bring your piece to life. You can even personalize it with a brass plate, mat caption, or story pocket! Whether it’s macaroni art or a Picasso sketch, we treat every piece like a masterpiece.
Bronxville Furriers
Established in 1926, Bronxville Furrier has a long history as a trusted full service fur retailer. Luxurious furs, reversible garments, shearlings, Loro Piana cashmeres and accessories can be found here.
We offer a range of services that include Certified cold storage, cleaning and glazing, alterations and repairs. Our remodel program gives our customers the opportunity to Redesign and Modernize garments that no longer work with their lifestyles or fit properly.
Silver Spoon
Silver Spoon is a unique gift shop specializing in beautiful clothing and gifts for babies and young children, including adorable dresses and outfits for girls and boys, sweaters, bedding, baby gifts and accessories. They also carry gifts for adults including throws, cosmetic bags and other special items. Silver Spoon specializes in monogramming to create truly personalized items and gifts. They also offer a baby gift registry and complimentary gift wrap.
81 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-771-7645
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The Silk Road
We are a unique boutique specializing in Home Decor, Gifts, Annabelle's and Seely Mini Jewelry, Bedding, and Clothing. We carry noteworthy items from Simon Pearce, Julie Vos, Dash and Albert, Fermob, Calaisio and many others. Gift wrapping is available.
Continental 109
Continental 109 has a 60-year history of providing exceptional hair styling, color and essential services for beauty and well being. The salon is led by owner and stylists, Nick and Mark DeVincenzo.
Built on the tradition of superior customer service, their full service salon stays fresh and exciting through ongoing training and immersion in the best that the world of beauty and fashion has to offer.
Everything about us is leading-edge with a complete focus on our guests. This commitment, and our talented staff, are the reasons why you will come to enjoy the Continental 109 experience.
Centrally located in the elegant village of Bronxville, the salon is easy to reach by car or train. Discover us, and reveal a more beautiful, more vibrant you!
109 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914.793.4198
914.793.4198
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Bacione Pasta Shop
Bacione Pasta Shop offers fresh pasta and sauces using high quality ingredients to create delicious pasta dishes loaded with flavor. Come in and enjoy the cuisine of Italy right here in Bronxville.
You can order from eleven kinds of fresh pasta by the pound and then choose from eight homemade sauces to complete your meal. Add-ons include: chicken, sausage, meatballs, mozzarella, ricotta and broccoli.
Bacione also sells loaves of Italian and focaccia bread and freshly prepared containers of homemade lasagna, vegetarian lasagna, sausage ragu and meat dishes to take home. Dessert offerings are: tiramisu, flan and panna cotta. Drink choices are Italian sodas.
Ladle of Love
Ladle of Love, 18 Palmer Avenue - just across the street from New York Presbyterian Westchester Hospital - stands for consciously - sourced food, community support and a caring work family.
Whether you're picking up from the shop, getting delivery by ordering at ladleoflove.com or crafting a catering with founder/owner, Leslie Lampert, Ladle of Love promises healthful, delicious food from award winning soups and stews to sandwiches, salads, sweets and supper selections. (We have daily curbside pickup at The Boys and Girls Club in Mt. Kisco.)
The UPS Store
The UPS Store is a great place to send a package, print documents, open a mailbox or purchase business supplies. You are assured great service and a personal touch.
81 Pondfield Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708-3817
914- 779-0140
http://www.theupsstorelocal.com/1363/
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